Lake House along the base of the Appalachian Trail & nearby Wineries!

Greenwood Lake, NY, USA12.2 mi to the nearest ski lift

Cottage2100 sq. ft.

Sleeps: 6

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

Min Stay: 2 nights

A country cabin to escape to!

This home is my own personal little treasure decorated with love to provide guests with the opportunity to either entertain or have some well deserved R&R or both! I hope you enjoy it as much as my previous guests have.

House is situated in a cliff overlooking Orange County's largest lake - Greenwood Lake & the Sterling Forest Mountain. Perfect location for New Yorkers looking for a city reprieve as well as travelers interested in a well rounded NYC get away where both country and city can be found within a 1 hour 40 minute bus ride. House has water & mountain views but it also is surrounded by trees which affords plenty of privacy and a great hideaway for bird enthusiasts.

Greenwood Lake is only 41 miles north west of the George Washington Bridge but fills all the senses with the country life. The public access for the lake is only a mile down the road or if you choose to rent kayak/paddleboards, there is an even closer beach within walking distance (just requires walking back up a steep hill!)

No car needed is NJ Transit bus 196/197 brings you back and forth to NYC in 100 minutes. An additional transit option is NJ Transit / Port Jervis Train Line to Tuxedo station (approximate 60 minute ride). From there, a taxi is a 15 min ride.

Lake and mountain views are all season and the Appalachian Trail can be accessed in a 5 minute car ride. Our town beach beach is also just a mile away and is where the lake is accessed from.

Summertime affords seasonal blossoms with lavender bushes which attract a variety of butterflys. My rose garden is a work in progress that I refuse to give up on! Iris's & peonies bloom in the earlier part of the season. These outdoor gardens and chiminea, along with screened in porches, provide outside comfort. Indoor comfort includes stone fireplace, oversized sofa, oversized flat screen smart TV.

Greenwood Lake hosts free concerts and events at our town beach every weekend during the summer. This allows for a wonderful & inexpensive night out. If you want to exude even less effort, concerts can always be heard from chaise lounge chairs in yard while warming your toes in front of the chiminea.

The lake is home to many largemouth bass, muskies, and smallmouth bass in addition to Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch, Bluegills, and Walleye. There are also good populations of catfish. It is rated among New Jersey's top 3 Largemouth bass waters. Experienced boaters can rent pontoon boats from South Shore Marina. And if ice fishing is your thing, it is a favorite Winter sport here.

For winter enthusiasts, Greenwood Lake is surrounded by three family & fun friendly ski lodges:

1. Mountain Creek - Vernon NJ - 15 miles

2. Mount Peter - Warwick NY - 3 miles

Greenwood Lake is part of the town of Warwick which offers the small town shopping experience of a main street filled with boutiques, antiquing, cafes & independent book stores.

Your outdoor activities can be nicely finished off with a delish fireside, casual dinner at the Iron Forge restaurant.

For those who love to shop, Woodbury Commons is dangerously close and is only a 20 minute drive.

All toiletries, towels & bedding are provided for up to 6 people. Board games, cards, poker chips, etc are also provided.

Downstairs bathroom has been newly remodeled to include gorgeous claw foot porcelain tub which rests on heated floors. The view from tub affords the lake, mountains & trees.

The Helm Restaurant and bar (rated #1 in the entire Hudson Valley) is not only within walking distance, albeit a steep street, but it also provides delicious food and champion mixologists!

House includes

Grill

Dish washer

WiFi

Smart TV

Netflix

Iron

Blow Dryer

Bath Products

Clean & Fluffy Towels

Bedding

Coffee maker along with coffee varieties

Milk/Tea/Sugar/Honey

Pantry full of spices

Cooking equipment

Feel free to contact with any questions.

I look forward to hosting you!

Sincerely,

Beth

Getting Around

Night Owl Taxi - Where its Owl Good! Call em!

Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 3

Sleeps: 6

Owner

Beth MCCrink

Member Since 2016

Languages:

english, spanish

About Beth MCCrink

Hi There,
I have spent most of my adult life in the financial software world. Many years in artificial light force me to now crave fresh air and natural light in exciting new corners of the world.

Beth MCCrink purchased this Cottage in 2002

Why Beth MCCrink chose Greenwood Lake

This property is a cozy home to come home to, feel at home, kick your feet off and unwind. It is perfect for families who want to be in a house where everyone can come together in the Family Room or Kitchen Table but can then find their own nook for reading & solitude.
My hammock looks out on the 9 mile long lake with the Sterling Forest as a back drop. The frogs & crickets croak all night long and the birds battle for the feeder during the day.
The house is also centrally located to easily access what makes the Hudson Valley so majestic. So whether it is Fall Foliage Tours, Skiing at Mountain Creek or Mt. Peter, the NJ Botanical Garden in the Spring or the boating, fishing, hiking that is in both the front & back yard, you will not be disappointed!

What makes this Cottage unique

The cozyness of the fieldstone fireplace on a winter day will warm everything from your toes to your heart. The hammock will provide solace & R&R. The screened in porch will make you want to come back every day for ore coffee. Speaking of coffee, you will have four flavors to choose from - a fraction of the number of teas to choose from.

Amenities

Featured

Heater

TV

Washer & Dryer

Satellite or Cable

Internet

Parking

Pets Welcome

Fireplace

Bathrooms

2 Bathrooms

Upstairs Bathroom

toilet, combination tub/shower, tub, shower, Has all needed amenities. You name it, you'll have it!

Kitchen

Pantry loaded with spices & baking needs. Also all your grill needs are accommodated as well.

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

Dining

Dining Area

Dining

comfy seating for 6 people

Entertainment

Television

Satellite / Cable

Stereo

Books

Games

Lots of board games

Music Library

Video Games

via the Smart TV

Outdoor Features

Lawn / Garden

Balcony

Kayak / Canoe

Kayak & Paddleboards available at North Jersey Paddleboards

Boat

Boats can be rented at Greenwood Lake Marina

Deck / Patio

Ski & Snowboard

Near Mountain Creek & Mt. Peter

Suitability

Long-term Renters Welcome

Onsite Services

Concierge

Notes

We are located right in between Crystal Springs Spa & WoodBury Commons. So if you want to get away from it all and spoil yourself with Shopping & Pampering while the men go hunting & fishing, this is your location. Great location for the outdoors where winery's, hiking, boating & R&R are all at your fingertips.

House Rules

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.

13 Reviews

Exceptional5/5

1 - 6 of 13

Wonderful experience with helpful host

5/5

Stayed Dec 2018

Grace M.

We had a lovely winter weekend staying at Beth's place. Beth was sweet enough to facilitate an early check-in, and was waiting at the house to let us in and show us the ropes. She was also thoughtful enough to leave behind a dog bed and toy for our dog. She has a thorough binder full of household hints and recommendations around town.

The pictures do not do the house justice! It is cozy and cabin-y (perfect for our winter weekend) but had plenty of light and charming furniture. The house is fully stocked with linens, supplies, spices etc, and board games. The outdoor spaces are lovely and have comfy furniture for gazing at the lake.

Thank you Beth for a wonderful experience!

Published Jan 2, 2019

Beth , the owner was awesome!

5/5

Stayed Dec 2018

Sheila W.

Just as was described.… We would most definitely come again!

Published Jan 3, 2019

Owner's Response:

Sheila, It has been a pleasure chatting with you.

Cheers to future visits!

Wonderful and relaxing!

5/5

Stayed Feb 2018

Anne m.

We stayed at Beth’s house during the winter with our two dogs and everything was perfect. Beth was incredibly helpful, very accommodating and super friendly! The house is so charming and comfy, with gorgeous views on the lake. The kitchen was stocked with all the basics including coffee which we really appreciated! The covered porch is a true delight and we also had a chance to spend some time on the large open deck, just enjoying the sun with a good book. The whole area has so much to offer that we wish we had spent more time!

Published Feb 28, 2018

Perfect Thanksgiving weekend!!

5/5

Stayed Nov 2017

Mandy P.

My family and I stayed here during the Thanksgiving weekend and we could not have asked for a better home during this time. The lake view from the master bedroom is stunning and this 3 bedroom home had the perfect amount of space to accommodate 6 adults. The owner is super friendly and able to accommodate all of our needs. In addition, the owner was kind enough to accommodate an early check in for us. We are looking forward to visiting this gem again next summer.

Published Dec 3, 2017

Enjoying the leaves, apples and wine!!!

5/5

Stayed Oct 2017

Sue T.Monroe, WI

As my title says we went for leaves, apples and wine and we got all three of them in a very short distance from this house. I should also mention the view of the lake from the house, it was beautiful. There was lots of space with the twin beds room, the double/queen bed room, and the big king down in what we called the" lake view suite" because of the beautiful view of the lake. The kitchen was stocked with spices, coffee, and some other cooking items you might need. If you couldn't find it in the kitchen there was a great little country store down the road. The owner had a great three ring binder of things to do around the area with maps and phamplets included. The best part of the visit was the home owner, she was there when I arrived and helped me through everything, which was good since I haven't rented a home before using this company. She made me feel like this was my house, which I loved. If I had any thing negative to say it was the steep stairs going to the "lake view suite", and there is no

central air conditioning. Even with these negative concerns we would return to this home in a heartbeat. Thanks to Beth for making our long weekend great.!

Published Oct 12, 2017

Relaxation!!!

5/5

Stayed Aug 2017

Danette C.

What an amazing view!!! Beautiful cozy home. We cannot wait to come back again!!